duct

EK553

Eccentric placement of the connector within the duct reduced the capacity between 15 and 20%.

EK550

The bond strength of the specimen with no duct is actually higher than that of the specimens with plastic duct. Reductions in bond strength relative to the steel duct specimen […]

EK549

The initial stiffness and strength of the specimen with galvanized steel duct are greater than those with plastic ducts. Reductions in strength relative to the steel duct specimen are 18% […]

EK547

Response of the grouted vertical connectors was similar to the bond response of reinforcing bars in confined concrete. After the adhesion between the grout and the connector is lost, the […]